Como Pronunciar "ride the coattails"
expression
RYDE thuh KOHT-tailz
RYDE thuh KOH-taylz
Definição
To achieve success or gain benefits by using someone else's power, influence, or achievements, instead of your own efforts.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈɹaɪd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkoʊtˌteɪɫz
Inglês Britânico
ɹˈaɪd/ /ðə, ði/ /kˈəʊtteɪlz
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
RYDE thuh KOHT-tailz
UK
RYDE thuh KOH-taylz
Ouça em Contexto
He tried to ride the coattails of his famous brother.
Many people try to ride the coattails of successful politicians.
She didn't want to ride the coattails of anyone; she worked hard for her success.
It feels like he's just trying to ride the coattails of anyone with power.